The Plantronics MS200 commercial aviation headset combines a unique lightweight design and advanced technology to deliver the ultimate in comfort and reliability. The noise-canceling microphone enables clear, uninterrupted communications between air and ground. Its compact under-the-ear design ensures a secure, comfortable fit for extended wear, yet is convenient to carry and stow.

Product Features

• Clear voice transmission with noise-canceling microphone
• Hear every word through superior audio quality
• Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
• FAA approved
• PJ068 microphone plug (0.206”)
• PJ055 earphone plug (0.250”)
• 5’ cord

The Plantronics MS250 commercial aviation headset leverages a proven design to set new standards in comfort and reliability for pilots. The noise-canceling microphones enable clear, uninterrupted communications between air and ground. The over-the-head design offers a stable fit for extended wear, and is available in single or twin ear models.

Product Features

• Clear voice transmission with noise-canceling microphone
• Hear every word through superior audio quality
• Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
• FAA approved
• PJ068 microphone plug (0.206”)
• PJ055 earphone plug (0.250”)
• 5’ cord

The Plantronics MS260 commercial aviation headset leverages a proven design to set new standards in comfort and reliability for pilots. The noise-canceling microphones enable clear, uninterrupted communications between air and ground. The over-the-head design offers a stable fit for extended wear, and is available in single or twin ear models.

Product Features

• Clear voice transmission with noise-canceling microphone
• Hear every word through superior audio quality
• Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
• FAA approved
• PJ068 microphone plug (0.206”)
• PJ055 earphone plug (0.250”)
• 5’ cord

This is the same headset as the MS30_3 (below) except that it uses only one plug for both the microphone and the earphone. This makes for a neater installation in a glider where panel realestate is at a premium.

Specifications

• Amplified microphone (carbon equivalent)
• PJ068 microphone/earphone plug (0.206”)
• 5’ cord

This is a newer and more compact design with the same functional features as the MS50 series headsets have. As can be seen from the image, it fits directly onto the ear.

Specifications

• Amplified microphone (carbon equivalent)
• PJ068 microphone plug (0.206”)
• PJ055 earphone plug (0.250”)
• 5’ cord

Using the MS50 in Gliders
This is a very good and versatile headset for soaring pilots. Some use it in it's standard configuration, with the head band, but most prefer to remove the head band so their hat can be worn without encumbrance. In that case they either attached the MS50 to their glasses or to their shoulder strap. For shoulder strap attachment, an alligator clip can be fitted to the top edge using the screw from the Plantronics clip that is removed. A small cable tie prevents the alligator clip from pivoting about the screw. The voice-tube pivots, so it may be swung out of the way when not in use.

If your radio feeds a cockpit speaker, then you may or may not want to use the earphone feature. You can wire up the earphone even if you use it only to augment the speaker when you're having difficulty hearing. It will not use much battery power. Or, you can simply not use the earphone feature. For shoulder strap attachment, you can replace the earphone tube with a longer tube (see 1/16” ID Vinyl Tubing).

Many pilots prefer the small voice-tube of the MS50 to a cockpit mounted boom microphone. For the money, the Plantronics MS50 offers more possibilities.

Specifications

• Amplified microphone (carbon equivalent)
• PJ068 microphone plug (0.206”)
• PJ055 earphone plug (0.250”)
• 5’ cord

This is the same headset as the MS50/T30-3 (above) except that it uses only one plug for both the microphone and the earphone. This makes for a neater installation in a glider where panel realestate is at a premium.

Specifications

• Amplified microphone (carbon equivalent)
• PJ068 microphone/earphone plug (0.206”)
• 5’ cord